Qibla Direction in Longyearbyen

The qibla direction in Longyearbyen is 153.3° from true north — toward the South-southeast — and the Kaaba is about 6,442 km away.

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153.3° from true north (South-southeast) · 6,442 km to the Kaaba
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How to Face the Qibla in Longyearbyen

Face 153.3° from true north, i.e. toward the South-southeast. Use a compass — or the app's live qibla compass — to line it up.

This bearing is from TRUE (geographic) north. A phone's compass points to magnetic north, which differs by a few degrees depending on location — the app's qibla compass corrects for this automatically. To be sure, check against your local mosque's mihrab.

Frequently Asked

What is the qibla direction in Longyearbyen in degrees?
The qibla direction in Longyearbyen is 153.3° from true north, toward the South-southeast.
How do I find the qibla in Longyearbyen?
Face 153.3° from true north (toward the South-southeast). Use the app's qibla compass for accuracy, or check against your mosque's mihrab.
Is this from magnetic or true north?
From true (geographic) north. A phone's magnetic compass needs a declination correction — the app does this automatically.
How far is Longyearbyen from the Kaaba?
About 6,442 km (the great-circle distance to the Kaaba in Makkah).